Cities of South America with beautiful women
Where are the most beautiful women in South America? I’ve been chasing this answer for the last four-years – possibly longer. I’ve been caught in a triangle between three cities – Florianopolis,...
View ArticleCarnival in Florianopolis or Rio de Janeiro?
A very tough question, indeed. I’ve done one carnival in Rio and two in Florianopolis. I’m coming up to my third in Florianopolis in one week. I recall the first carnival I did in Rio, I said to...
View ArticleThe month after Carnival in Florianopolis, Brazil
Although carnival is over, for many, the month following the event in Florianopolis is just as good as the carnival. The sun still shines throughout March and up until April on the island. There are...
View ArticleNightlife in Florianopolis, Brazil
The nightlife in Florianopolis is second to none. The issue travellers have when visiting the island is they know little of where to go. On top of this they normally have minimally Portuguese to do...
View ArticleSouth America – Travel – A new travel blog for South America.
Gaston Cavalleri was born in an English-speaking country on January 8, 1980. He graduated in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science degree, and at the time of creating South America Basics, he was completing...
View ArticleThe cost of living in a nice city in South America
The cost of living in South America can vary immensely. It depends on the quality of life you’re use to – most expats require a high standard – or what you require in your life, such as beaches or...
View ArticleAn Expat’s first day in South America: things to lookout for
Your first travel experience in South America can be a bit daunting. It’s not as dangerous as your initial impressions imply, although, it can be, if you don’t learn the game fast. I think the only...
View ArticlePROFILE BRAZILIAN LOCAL: A raw Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt with a heart of...
PROFILE A raw jiu-jitsu black belt with a heart of gold Nelson Destri – “Badeco” On the way to jiu-jitsu my bus stopped in front of a Brazilian Prison. There was a four meter high concrete wall,...
View ArticleBrazil’s Carnival is approaching faster than we think!
Carnival This post is to encourage questions regarding Brazil’s Carnival; I’ve been to this event for the last five-years in a row. I’m more than happy to help those who are the middle of planning. My...
View ArticleBrazil Olympics 2016: Rio
As always, I’m making sure my readers know their stuff for their Brazil Travels. Here I’ve provided the official link to the Rio Olympic site. Cheers, Gaston
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View ArticleMost beautiful cities in South America
The most beautiful cities in South America will depend on the person’s travel needs. You’ve got cities for city people and you’ve got cities for country people. I can give you my view, although, I was...
View Articlewww.DesdeSouthAmerica.com : Now in the early stages.
Sweet site starting out. It’s aimed at helping travel in South America. The main focus will be Argentina, Brazil and Colombia. Have a browse and give the facebook like a check. The site also has...
View ArticleTravel Writing / Travel Literature / Travel Narratives – I write it ’cause I...
If you’re into not spending money and still experiencing travel literature from South America then you’re in good hands. My site: http://www.desdesouthamerica.com is dedicated to the best of travel...
View ArticleSweeping the trash under the rug: Soccer World Cup Brazil 2014
A steel fence with white bars welcomed us at Marcela’s home. Next to this was a small brick office fitted with a glass booth and speaker. This was a gated community. ‘There’s a favela up that hill,’...
View ArticleJiu jitsu travel writing / travel literature / travel narrative
This is a profile about a man doing big things in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu. It’s creative nonfiction writing piece. One for those into travel writing and one for those who love jiu-jitsu. via PROFILE...
View ArticleTravel Writing / Travel Literature / Travel Narratives - I write it 'cause I...
Reblogged from South America Basics: Travel Writing & Travel Guide: If you're into not spending money and still experiencing travel literature from South America then you're in good hands. My...
View ArticleBrazil Travel Questions for Gringos: Ask anything random (Rated PG).
Brazil Travel I’ve decided to include this post for those who have questions regarding Brazil travel; the sun is starting to to shine, people are getting ready for Brazil’s beaches, or maybe some are...
View ArticleThe cost of living in a nice city in South America
The cost of living in South America can vary immensely. It depends on the quality of life you’re use to – most expats require a high standard – or what you require in your life, such as beaches or...
View ArticlePROFILE BRAZILIAN LOCAL: A raw Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt with a heart of...
PROFILE A raw jiu-jitsu black belt with a heart of gold Nelson Destri – “Badeco” On the way to jiu-jitsu my bus stopped in front of a Brazilian Prison. There was a four meter high concrete wall,...
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